Owl Be There^®

Children's Services • Year: 2025

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What Is Owl Be There?

Owl Be There provides information, consultation and advice to individuals and families for placement of an individual in private-pay housing or care facilities and for in-home care, along with related services and products. Franchisees are expected to operate primarily as a home-based business (with the option to rent commercial space) and typically meet clients at clients' homes, care facilities, other locations, or via video conferencing. The business targets individual consumers and families (B2C), and franchisees are generally paid by senior living and care providers after making placements.

Owl Be There Franchise: Pros and Cons

The franchise's low stated asset requirement of $2,800 leaves more cash for build-out and early operating costs, but its weak territory protection score of 45 (well below industry norms) raises significant risk of nearby competing locations and reduced exclusivity for owners.

Pros

At $2,800, the stated asset requirement is well below what's typical across franchises, leaving you with more cash on hand for build-out and early operating costs.

152 hours of initial training is well above what's normal for Children's Services, showing the franchisor provides thorough, hands-on preparation for new operators.

Zero disclosed lawsuits, zero government penalties and zero franchisor-initiated enforcement actions are well below industry norms, giving the brand a clean legal and regulatory record.

Cons

One outlet termination is unusually high for Children's Services, suggesting a past operator exited the system earlier than expected.

A territory protection score of 45 is well below what's typical for Children's Services, meaning you may have weak territorial exclusivity and the franchisor could approve nearby competing locations.

Managers are not required to complete initial training — an unusual absence versus ~92% of peers — which shifts the training burden and operational risk onto you as the owner.

Lawsuits & Legal Risk

100

Excellent

The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.

Territory Protection

45/100

NORMAL

Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units. Franchisor retains rights to sell via e-commerce and alternative channels, to operate under different marks, and to develop nearby units; protection is contingent on meeting performance quotas and reflects site-specific rights balanced against market density.

Training & Support

86/100

NORMAL

The brand provides an Extensive 152-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two designated staff members for launch, combining classroom instruction with practical, operational training. The program includes on-site launch assistance to support operational readiness; franchisees are responsible for travel and living expenses, and on-site support is available at additional cost.

Unit Growth Analysis

This franchise showed modest expansion from 2023 to 2024 (5 → 6 units, +20%) but then stalled in 2025 (6 → 6, 0% growth), so the trend is decelerating and now flat. For investors, that means initial growth momentum has paused—raising a flag to examine franchisee recruitment, market saturation, or support issues—since the growth rate fell 20 percentage points from +20% to 0%.

How Much Does It Cost to Open an Owl Be There Franchise?

Opening an Owl Be There franchise requires a total initial investment of $88,989 to $104,589, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This range covers the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and initial working capital needed to launch and operate through the early months.

Minimum Investment

$88,989

Franchise Fee

Real Estate

Equipment & Assets

Reserves

Training

Other

Maximum Investment

$104,589

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$54,400

Real Estate$0

Equipment & Assets$1,900

Reserves$12,000

Training$12,000

Other$8,689

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$54,400

Real Estate$0

Equipment & Assets$2,800

Reserves$22,000

Training$13,900

Other$11,489

Investment Analysis

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The initial investment amounts shown are estimates only. Actual costs may vary based on location size, business model, and multi-unit ownership arrangements. We recommend reviewing the full Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.

How Much Do Owl Be There Franchise Owners Make?

Owl Be There franchise locations reported average gross sales of $91,033 and median gross sales of $81,562 in 2025, based on financial performance data disclosed in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Average Gross Sales:

$91,033

Median Gross Sales:

$81,562

High Gross Sales:

$110,432

Low Gross Sales:

$81,106

Sample Size:

Percent Attaining Average:

33.0%

Franchise vs Corporate Performance: The three franchised units reported an average FY24 gross sales of about 91,033 while the company-owned (corporate) location reported substantially higher FY24 gross sales (658,208), indicating the corporate location outperformed the franchised sample in that year.

Performance Variability Analysis: Among the three franchised units FY24 gross sales ranged from 81,106 to 110,432, showing moderate absolute variability but conclusions are limited by the very small sample size of three outlets.

Data Scope and Limitations: The Item 19 figures are unaudited and self-reported, cover only franchised businesses open for all of FY24 (three units), and exclude outlets not open the full year, so results may not represent broader franchise performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open an Owl Be There franchise?

The total initial investment for an Owl Be There franchise ranges from $88,989 to $104,589, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and working capital.

What is the Owl Be There initial franchise fee?

The initial franchise fee for Owl Be There is $54,400, as stated in the 2025 FDD. This fee is paid upon signing the Franchise Agreement.

How much do Owl Be There franchise owners make?

Owl Be There franchise locations reported average gross sales of $91,033 and median gross sales of $81,562 in 2025, based on Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document. Actual earnings vary by location, market, and operator experience.

Does Owl Be There have any franchise lawsuits or legal issues?

Owl Be There received a legal risk score of 100 out of 100 in the 2025 FDD analysis. The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.

Does Owl Be There offer exclusive franchise territories?

Owl Be There received a territory protection score of 45 out of 100. Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units.

What training does Owl Be There provide to new franchisees?

Owl Be There received a training and support score of 86 out of 100. The brand provides an Extensive 152-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two designated staff members for launch, combining classroom instruction with practical, operational training.

How many Owl Be There franchise locations are there?

Owl Be There had 6 total locations as of the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.

What type of business is Owl Be There?

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